Emergency Room Technician Jobs

Under the direction of professional medical staff, in the Emergency Room of Valley Medical Center hospital performs basic emergency and trauma care; and routine, daily care of Emergency Room equipment and supplies.
Positions located at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, St. Louise Regional Hospital and O'Connor Hospital for various shifts. However, the eligible list will be used for future vacancies, as they occur, as well as for Extra-Help (Temporary) assignments.

Sufficient education, training and experience to demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities listed below.

Training and Experience Note: The knowledge and abilities are typically acquired through possession of a high school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of hospital acute care or pre-hospital experience such as Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, Certified Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant (certified by the Medical Board of California) experience comparable to a Hospital Services Assistant II at SCVMC.

Possession of current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) issued by the American Red Cross is required upon appointment.
Knowledge of:

• Principles and techniques of asepsis;
• Patient observation skills;
• Principles of first aid;
• Basic principles of patient care.
• Relevant medical terminology;
• The set-up and use of all instruments, trauma equipment and supplies used in the Emergency Department;
• Principles of C-spine precaution;

Ability to:

• Learn department policies and procedures;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, visitors, and colleagues.
• Perform a full range of emergency procedures;
• Learn hospital departments and organization;
• Recognize potentially serious medical problems and emergency situations;
• Observe and report abnormal or emergency conditions (i.e., changes in loss in consciousness [LOC] and vital signs);
• Effectively and courteously work with patients who may be hostile and suicidal;
• Communicate effectively and calm patients during highly stressful situations;
• Work closely and effectively with all members of the health care team;